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Shrimp in a Blanket served with Thai chili sauce on a platter.

Shrimp in a Blanket

  • Author: Lina
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 20 pieces (6–8 servings) 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Deep Frying
  • Cuisine: Thai
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy Thai Shrimp in a Blanket, shrimp and pork wrapped in spring roll wrappers, deep fried until golden brown, and served with sweet chili sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon garlic (about 2 cloves), minced
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro root (about 2 stems), finely chopped
  • 1/2 teaspoon white pepper powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 cup minced pork
  • 1 large egg, beaten, divided
  • 10 spring roll wrappers, 8-inch size
  • 20 shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail on
  • Canola oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Heat the frying oil: Pour canola oil into a deep pot or wok to a depth of 2 inches and heat to 350°F.
  2. Prepare the marinade: Pound or blend the garlic, cilantro root, and white pepper until smooth, then add the salt and sugar.
  3. Make the pork spread: Pulse the minced pork in a food processor until fine, add 1 tablespoon beaten egg and the marinade, and pulse until smooth.
  4. Prepare the shrimp: With tails intact, make three small cuts on the underside so they lie flat.
  5. Cut the wrappers: Slice each wrapper diagonally into two triangles and keep covered with a damp towel.
  6. Wrap: Spread 1 teaspoon of pork mixture on one half of a triangle wrapper, place a shrimp across the middle with its tail out, fold over, and roll snugly. Seal with beaten egg.
  7. Fry: Fry wrapped shrimp in small batches at 350°F for about 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Do not overcrowd the pot.
  8. Drain: Transfer to paper towels or a wire rack to remove excess oil.
  9. Serve: Serve hot with Thai chili dipping sauce and cucumber slices.

Notes

  • Air fry option: Brush with oil and air fry at 375°F for 8–10 minutes.
  • Make ahead: Wrap and refrigerate up to 24 hours before frying.
  • Freeze: Freeze wrapped shrimp on a tray, then bag for up to 2 months; fry from frozen, adding 1 extra minute.
  • Maintain oil temperature at 350°F for best crispness.
  • Substitute pork with ground chicken or minced shrimp if desired.
  • Score shrimp underside to prevent curling during frying.
  • Reheat in oven at 375°F for 7 minutes or air fryer for 4 minutes to restore crispness.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 pieces
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 380 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 16 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 14 g
  • Cholesterol: 95 mg

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